Maryland's Hospital Utilization Drops Significantly Under Global Budgets
A recent study highlights a notable decline in hospital utilization in Maryland, showing an 11 percentage point decrease compared to other states from 2013 to 2023.
A study published in Health Affairs has found that Maryland experienced a significant reduction in hospital utilization, outpacing other states by 11 percentage points over a decade.
This decrease is attributed to the implementation of global budgets, which appear to have effectively managed healthcare resources in the state.
The findings, published in April 2026, suggest that Maryland's approach could serve as a model for other regions seeking to improve healthcare efficiency.
Updates
Update at 08:57 UTC on 2026-04-19
Health Affairs reported Health Affairs, Volume 45, Issue 4, Page 378-386, April 2026.
Sources: Health Affairs